Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Our Rating
9.1
7.9
Star Rating
5.0
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Room Count
257
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Restaurants
10
5
Pools
5
4
Year Opened
2013
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Year Renovated
2013
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Features
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Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All Inclusive Resort
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
Yes
No
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
No
Yes
Dining Comparison
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Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Total Venues
18
16
Included
17
16
Extra Charge
1
0
Room Comparison
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Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Room Categories
10
6
Suite Categories
6
0
Activities Comparison
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Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Total Activities
25
21
Included
22
19
Extra Charge
3
2
Pros & Cons
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Pros
Pink Gin Beach is genuinely calm and swimmable — sheltered cove geometry prevents the choppy surf that affects more exposed Caribbean beaches.
Ten restaurants for 257 rooms is a high ratio, resulting in shorter waits and more consistent kitchen quality than larger Sandals properties.
Five-minute airport transfer is among the shortest in the Sandals chain — no long bus rides after a redeye.
SkyPool suites with private infinity plunge pools are architecturally distinctive and not replicated at most other properties.
PADI scuba diving up to two dives/day is included — at $80–100 per dive externally, this adds real value for certified divers.
The property's smaller, quieter personality makes it work well for couples who want intimacy over high-energy activity.
Cons
The Sandals app reservation system is unreliable — restaurants show as fully booked while tables are available, and closures go unannounced.
"Partial ocean view" and even some "ocean view" rooms deliver disappointing sightlines — verify the specific building and floor before booking.
Butler Elite categories represent a meaningful price jump; the value is clearest for guests who actually use 24-hour room service and prefer to delegate planning.
Beach lounger availability at the South Seas pool requires early claiming (pre-8:30 AM on busy weeks) — not ideal for late risers.
Older sections of the property show maintenance wear relative to the newer Italian village buildings.
Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All Inclusive Resort
Pros
Brand-new 2024 facility with contemporary room finishes — no aging infrastructure issues that affect comparable Punta Cana properties
Mile-long secluded Playa Esmeralda with calm, protected water and no neighboring resort crowds competing for the same beach
Proximity to Los Haitises National Park gives Miches genuine ecotourism options that Punta Cana properties simply cannot offer
Cons
Summary
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa offers more activities.
70–90 minute transfer from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is among the longer resort transfers in the Dominican Republic — plan accordingly for early flights
As a 2024 opening, first-year operational adjustments should be expected in service consistency, restaurant staffing, and systems